Casual Quarry Operator - Invercargill - ref. e09282619
If you're keen to grow your career, there's no better place to nourish it than here. We're committed to providing our people with all they need to positively thrive. So, isn't it time you put your trust in the company that's been trusted throughout New Zealand for over 40 years?
To enable smarter farming for a better New Zealand
Ka pukekotia a Rongomatane, ka poho kereru a Aotearoa
About the Company:
Ravensdown is a farmer owned co-operative within the agricultural sector. We exist to help our farmers optimise soil fertility and productivity to run their businesses in a profitable and sustainable way with a focus on lowering environmental impact.Beyond fertiliser, we provide nutrient management services, technical advice and essential farm inputs delivered how, where and when they are needed by our customers.
About the Role
We're looking for a casual to join our crew at the Dipton Lime Quarry. You'll look after the effective, efficient operation of the processing plant and its machinery, ensuring production of high-quality lime.
You will get to learn how to safely run all our heavy machinery including bulldozers, loaders, excavators, ATD dump trucks, as well as our highly automated processing plant. You will receive training and mentoring from experienced operators to grow your skills and experience.
We are a busy quarry so there may be periods of shift work involved throughout the year and will be paid shift allowances for this work.
About You
If you already have quarry experience, then that's a definite bonus. But for the right person with a positive attitude, we're willing to invest the time and training to get you up to speed to use our plant equipment safely and effectively. You will need to be comfortable with technology and embrace the automation technology onsite.
If you are looking for a chance to work your way up the ladder with one of New Zealand's most respected employers, then talk to us today.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- A commitment to following all health and safety requirements
- Mechanical skills and knowledge of basic repair work
- Tech Savvy
- Initiative and willingness to get stuck in and learn
- A valid NZ Full driver's license
- Reasonable physical fitness and able to lift heavy objects
Ideal but not essential:
- Experience operating front-end loaders and the relevant licences (Class 2, W and T endorsements desirable)
- Mobile plant or fixed processing plant experience is beneficial
- B-grade quarry managers ticket
- Quarrying or Mining experience
- An affiliation with the agriculture industry
Benefits
For all that you'll bring to the role you can expect plenty of excellent staff benefits:
- Investment in training and development
- Flexible working arrangements
How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply' button to upload your CV and cover letter.
Ravensdown is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test.